Lake View Red-Light Camera Snags Second Most Tickets in Chicago

An audit of the Chicago Department of Transportation reveals red-light cameras can’t be proven to increase safety, along with a record of every camera in the city. See where Lake View stands, and which intersection ticketed more than 16,000 drivers in 2

Tunney Seeking Stricter Rules for Chicago’s Pedicab Industry

Attempts to regulate Chicago’s pedicab business in the past have failed, but Tunney list of rules in his newly proposed ordinance aren’t as strict.

Feigenholtz’s Senior Home Care Reforms Signed Into Law

The state representative, who covers Lake View and Lincoln Park, says this will help prevent seniors from needlessly moving into nursing homes.

New $51M Car Dealership Could Land on Elston

A tax incentive presented before the Chicago City Council this week would allow for a Ford dealership at 2501 N. Elston Ave.

'Boutique' Grocer Coming to Former Hospital Site

A Connecticut and New York-based grocer will soon be landing in Lincoln Park.

OUT Chicago Hotel Developer Plays Defense with Neighbors

Residents pushed against the newly proposed Boystown hotel, with the developer asking, “Would you like me not to bring a business here?”

Halsted Flats Construction Timeline Slashed, Plans March 2014 Opening

The 15-story Boystown development is shaving down its 2-year construction timeline with plans to open in less than a year.

Chateau Hotel Yanks Iconic Sign, Battles Bed Bugs (PHOTO)

The neon sign is pulled down in preparation for a gut-rehab project, turning the former SRO into market rate housing.

Bike Share Locations Detailed for Lake View (MAP)

Chicago's bike sharing program, now named Divvy, is moving forward, and locations for almost every bike kiosk have now been decided. Check the map to see where you can pick up a Divvy bike.

Longer Commute for Brown Line Riders Starts Friday

The second period of construction for the Wells Street Bridge will effect Brown Line travelers and may overcrowd Red Line Trains, Chicago Transit Authority officials said.

City Releases Renderings of Long-Awaited 6-Way Intersection Revamp

The area where North Damen, North Elston and West Fullerton avenues cross, just along Bucktown's northern border slightly shy of Lincoln Park, is one of the most dangerous in the city. Officials are finally taking the necessary steps to fix it, the

Vote: $1M in Ward Improvements Up to Community

It’s now time to vote on how to spend the $1 million of the ward’s money to improve the community.

Clark Street Task Force Calls on Residents for First Open House

The group wants community input on how to make North Clark Street a more business-friendly and all-around better place. The first public open house is scheduled, so mark your calendars.

Crosswalks in the Crosshairs: Resident Pushes for Repainting

A Lincoln Park resident says she's been trying to get local officials' attention directed to two unsafe crosswalks adjacent to the Lincoln Park Zoo. Though she hasn't had much success, a nearby crosswalk is set to get a face-lift.

Chateau’s Former Owner Dismissed from Court After $18K Fine

Ald. Cappleman says they're still working on finding new homes for the Chateau Hotel's residents, with one who was immediately hospitalized after being found covered in bed bugs.

UPDATE: Cubs Reach Agreement on Wrigley Renovations, Plans Detailed

Mayor Emanuel, Ald. Tunney and the Chicago Cubs finally approve the $500 million renovation and changes to Lake View, and they detail ever aspect of the new plan.

Approved: Fines Will Double for Urinating, Drinking in Public

The Chicago Mayor’s new ordinance will increase jail time and fines for people who are caught drinking, gambling and peeing in public.

Chateau Hotel: ‘I’m Not Very Optimistic’

Local housing advocates met with BJB principal Jamie Purcell Friday where he apparently wouldn’t budge on many issues regarding the Chateau and other SROs.

‘Straight-Friendly’ Hotel Aims to Cement Boystown as LGBT Epicenter

The OUT Chicago Resort is introduced to the public for the first time with some residents fully behind the development, and other asking if 10 stories is too much.

BJB Confirmed as Owner of Chateau Hotel

BJB’s Jamie Purcell is confirmed to be the owner of the Chateau after longtime rumors. He’ll meet with aldermen and activists tomorrow to see what the next steps are.

Fines for Drinking, Urinating in Public May Skyrocket

The Chicago Mayor is joining the “zero tolerance” talks by proposing a plan to increase jail time and fines for people who are caught drinking, gambling and peeing in public.

Deadline to File Your Taxes Just 2 Weeks Away

It's that time of year again. The deadline to file your taxes is April 15. Have you been putting it off?

Million-Dollar Question: Neighbors Reveal Local Spending Plans Saturday

Residents are presenting their plans for how to spend $1 million of the ward’s money in a participatory budgeting program.

New Traffic Signals Planned to Manage Wrigley Congestion (MAP)

The alderman, Cubs and Department of transportation are working together to put new traffic lights down Clark Street to move traffic quicker during game times.

Feigenholtz Reminds Residents of Upcoming Satellite Office Hours in April

The local representative—who covers both Lake View and Lincoln Park—will have office hours at two locations in April.

Speed Cameras Still to Come After Red Light Camera Snafu

The mayor says Chicago will still receive speed cameras although they’re tied to the company behind the red light camera bribery scheme.

Ald. Tunney: ‘This is Not Wrigleyville, This is Lake View’

The annual Wrigley Field meeting shows both the alderman and his constituents are ready to keep fighting for neighborhood rights.

No Truth to Report Tunney Supports Tearing Down Wrigley Scoreboard

The alderman says a report by the Chicago Sun-Times isn’t true, and he won’t be replacing the iconic scoreboard at Wrigley Field with a video board.

Quigley Introduces Tourism Initiative to Expand Visa Program, Create Jobs

The new act will hopefully drive tourism dollars across the nation, as well as Chicago, among other things.

Residents to Hold ‘Funeral for Diversity’ at Cappleman's House

The group says if Ald. Cappleman doesn’t show, they’ll march to his home and demand a meeting. It’s all in response to a myriad of issues the organization has with the elected official.

Southport Biker Gets $800K Payout After Being ‘Doored’

The woman slammed into a car door of an inattentive driver in 2010, but now she’s getting her legal payout.

City Schedules Annual Wrigley Meeting in Lake View

The annual meeting with city officials almost here, focusing on everything regarding Wrigley Field.

Neighbors Share Real Estate Woes Over New Target

With few details about the new Target available to neighbors, some are nervous, while others are already feeling the burn while attempting to sell their home.

'Complicated' Ventra System Could Frustrate CTA Riders, Board Member Says

Ventra, a new system of paying for transit, will be phased in during the summer after approval by the Chicago Transit Board Wednesday.

Lake View Neighbors Tell Cubs to Slow the Wrigley Rush

The Lake View Citizens Council is asking the Cubs and Mayor Rahm Emanuel to slow down while they continue to work on the details that most affect Lake View.

Cappleman Joins Aldermanic Alliance to Take 'Non-dogmatic Approach' to Goals

James Cappleman (46th) is among a group of aldermen who formally announced plans this week to form an alliance after word Tuesday of a separate group of nine alderman creating a coalition. The two groups share similar goals but boast different strategie

City Funding, Land Transfer Approved for LGBT Senior Home

Construction crews will break ground on the new LGBT-friendly senior home in Boystown next month after the Chicago City Council passed the legislation.

Officials Bringing in the Big Guns to Fix Clark Street

Chicago-based urban design experts are starting a massive study on how make the stretch of Clark Street north of Diversey Parkway significantly more vibrant.

New Plan Aims to Spruce Up Lincoln Avenue

The business corridor will soon get extra-special attention by area officials in hopes of breathing life back into the street.

Feigenholtz Honored with YMCA Legislators Award (PHOTO)

Representatives from the Lake View YMCA present state Rep. Sara Feigenholtz (D-Chicago) with the Legislative Champion award in recognition for her advocacy for supportive housing.